Books

PLEASE NOTE A NEW 3RD EDITION HAS BEEN PUBLISHED AND IS AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY AND PRINT

Part 1 considers diagnostic techniques, with chapters on the approach to a gastrointestinal case, laboratory evaluation, imaging, endoscopy, immunology and biopsy. The chapter on imaging of the gastrointestinal tract, liver and pancreas covers in detail the modalities most frequently employed in small animal practice, namely radiography and ultrasonography, whilst also briefly discussing more advanced techniques of Doppler and harmonic ultrasonography, scintigraphy, CT and MRI. The chapters in Part 2 provide a practical approach to investigating presenting complaints, outlining the clinical features, ranking the differential diagnoses in order of importance, and providing step-by-step algorithms for diagnosis. The more traditional organ-based systems approach in Part 3 includes chapters on disorders of the oral cavity, perineum and anus, and biliary system. Each chapter describes the relevant anatomy and physiology, then details diagnostic tests, and concludes with a discussion of the disorders that can be encountered, including their treatment. The final part contains chapters devoted to critical care, assisted feeding techniques, and an overview of therapeutics.

This manual covers the basic principles of haematology, including diagnostic procedures and treatment strategies. The manual includes chapters on anaemia of inflammation and neoplasia, non-regenerative anaemia and vascular thrombosis. The author panel is comprises of internationally recognized specialists from Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia. They have worked together with the editors to produce an essential book for the veterinary practice.

This manual presents a logically arranged and readily accessible source of practical information on the investigation of lameness and other musculoskeletal disorders, the principles of orthopaedic surgery and the management of disorders affecting specific joints. Advances relevant to clinical practice have been included, such as the use of force plates and kinematics, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and the role of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Many of the chapters feature quick reference guides on imaging techniques and also step-by-step operative techniques.

This third edition covers common presenting clinical and laboratory problems, therapeutic techniques, and the clinical management of important disease syndromes in this area. A new suite of chapters considers the effects of systemic diseases that complicate the diagnosis and/or management of kidney disease.

This practical and user-friendly manual covers the recent advances in therapeutic possibilities and contains a wealth of images to illustrate the clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of a wide range of tumours. Ethical considerations and the role of palliative care are covered.

Confident radiographic interpretation presents a considerable challenge and this manual provides a comprehensive review of the approach to radiological interpretation, the range of variants and the key fundamental principles and their application to common diseases. The manual serves as an introduction for veterinary students, nurses and new graduates. The chapters feature high quality radiographic reproductions demonstrating normal anatomy and key aspects of interpretation, as well as illustrations showing patient positioning and the practical approach that is the hallmark of the BSAVA manuals. The print edition includes a CD containing all the radiographs from the book.

Reproduction and neonatology are important aspects of general veterinary practice and there has been substantial development in the field since the first edition of the manual. The new edition provides a practical approach to reproduction and neonatology, with the chapters divided into five main sections: The reproductive cycle; Infertility; Pregnancy and parturition; Neonatology; Clinical approach to common conditions (including a chapter on the clinical relevance of biotechnological advances).

Meticulous attention to the basic principles of surgery is critical if a good surgical outcome is to be achieved. Good surgeons are not those who are simply skilled at surgery, but those who ensure that every aspect of patient care is performed at the highest standard. Complications that arise following surgery are often attributable to a lack of understanding or appreciation of the importance of these basic principles. This manual provides a solid grounding in best practice for the basic principles of veterinary surgery, which will be particularly helpful for veterinary students, new graduates and veterinary nurses as well as any veterinary surgeon wishing to update their knowledge.

This new edition provides a comprehensive textbook on diagnostic imaging of the canine and feline thorax. The Manual includes dedicated sections on the principles of thoracic imaging interpretation and individual body systems, clearly structured for information retrieval. High-quality images and illustrations demonstrate normal radiographic appearance and abnormalities associated with disease. The second edition adds new scientific knowledge, mainly gained in CT and MRI including knowledge that can be applied to radiographic interpretation, still the most widely used imaging modality for this body system.

This manual is useful for all veterinary surgeons presented with a challenging wound. It provides information in a readily accessible manner on wound management and dressings of open wounds. The chapter on tension-relieving techniques is applicable to the management of small wounds treated in everyday practice, as well as larger wounds treated less often or on a more specialist basis. The understanding of local subdermal plexus flaps, axial pattern flaps and muscle flaps is enhanced with step-by-step descriptions of the surgical techniques, featuring specially commissioned full-colour illustrations. It is particularly important for veterinary surgeons not only to consider potential complications before treatment but also, importantly, to recognize when they occur and to provide appropriate management. Similarly, there are some specific wounds, such as axillary wounds or burns, that may require a different approach to management, such as omentalization, and these are also covered in detail. The international authors have used their many years of experience and expertise in wound management and reconstruction to produce a truly practical manual.